Genelec 8040A Datasheet page 3

Figure 1: The location of the acoustic axis of the 8040A.
MDE™ and DCW™ Technology
The Minimum Diffraction Enclosure™
(MDE™) Technology increases the perfor-
mance of the Genelec 8000 Series loud-
speakers by minimizing edge diffraction and
improving frequency and power response.
The edges of the enclosure are rounded and
blend seamlessly into the enlarged Directiv-
ity Control Waveguide™. Surface disconti-
nuities that cause diffraction are minimized.
The curved walls of the die-cast aluminium
enclosure are thin but rigid, allowing maxi-
mum internal volume while also providing
improved EMC shielding and heat dissipa-
tion for the amplifiers. Locating the reflex
port to the back of the enclosure allows a
generously dimensioned reflex port for mini-
mal port noise and excellent bass articulation
while freeing the front baffle for an enlarged
and optimized DCW™.
The advanced DCW™ is designed to match
the performance of the drivers in terms of both
frequency response and directivity. This results
in a smoother overall frequency response on
and off axis. In addition, the improved directiv-
ity control causes more direct sound and less
reflected sound to be received at the listen-
ing position, providing improved imaging and
reducing the effects of differing control room
acoustics. The DCW™ improves the drive unit
sensitivity by +2 to +6 dB (depending on the
Figure 2: Back panel layout of the 8040A.
particular application), thus also increasing
the available system maximum sound pres-
sure level.
Mounting
The 8040A offers several mounting options:
The vibration insulating Isolation Positioner/
Decoupler™ (Iso-Pod™) table stand allows
tilting the speaker for correct alignment of the
acoustic axis. The stand can be attached to
three mounting points allowing vertical and
symmetrical horizontal positioning. On the
rear of the enclosure there are two sets of
M6x10 mm threaded holes to accommodate
an Omnimount ® size 30.0 bracket or a K&M
24180 wall mount. On the base of the enclo-
sure is a M10x10 mm threaded hole which
can be used for securing the loudspeaker to
its base.
Options
Floor stand, black
Wall mount, black (Omnimount) 8040-404-B
Ceiling mount, black
(Omnimount)
Wall mount, black (K&M)
Soft carrying bag for two
monitors
Figure 3: The curved reflex tube provides low
distortion and excellent bass extention.
Order code
8000-400
8040-405-B
8000-401
8040-420
Figure 4: The vibration isolating Iso-Pod
table stand has adjustable speaker tilt.